John Willardsen D.D.S. attended Loma Linda University School of Dentistry from 1993-1997. Upon completing his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree, he entered into a residency program at Loma Linda University Center for Implant Dentistry, from 1997-2001. At the time, Loma Linda University and Harvard University were the only schools in the country with full-time residency programs specific to implant surgery and implant prosthodontics. Dr. Willardsen excelled during his residency and training. Upon completion of his residency, Dr. Willardsen stayed on as part-time faculty while maintaining his private practice.